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National Statistical Commission: New Appointments & Functions

National Statistical Commission: New Appointments & Functions

Why in news? On 17 June 2026 the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet approved new appointments to the National Statistical Commission (NSC). The gov...

Thailand: Geography, ASEAN Ties & India Bilateral Relations

Thailand: Geography, ASEAN Ties & India Bilateral Relations

Why in news? Thailand frequently features in current affairs due to its growing engagement with India and the wider world. Recent events include high�...

Manas National Park: Assam Biodiversity, Rhinos & Pygmy Hogs

Manas National Park: Assam Biodiversity, Rhinos & Pygmy Hogs

Why in news? Manas National Park in Assam continues to draw attention for its success in conserving endangered species like the greater one‑horned r...

INS Tarkash: Seychelles Visit, Defence Ties & Naval Cooperation

INS Tarkash: Seychelles Visit, Defence Ties & Naval Cooperation

Why in news? The Indian Navy’s stealth frigate INS Tarkash concluded a port call to Victoria, Seychelles on 15 June 2026. During the visit the ship�...

Amangarh Tiger Reserve: Uttar Pradesh Eco-Tourism & Wildlife

Amangarh Tiger Reserve: Uttar Pradesh Eco-Tourism & Wildlife

Why in news? The Uttar Pradesh Forest Department extended the eco‑tourism season at Amangarh Tiger Reserve until 30 June 2026. The extension follows...

Powai Lake Redevelopment Plan: BMC Initiatives & Mumbai Ecology

Powai Lake Redevelopment Plan: BMC Initiatives & Mumbai Ecology

Why in news? The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) decided to appoint consultancy firm AECOM Asia to prepare a detailed redevelopment plan for ...

India-Japan Joint Crediting Mechanism: Paris Agreement & Emissions

India-Japan Joint Crediting Mechanism: Paris Agreement & Emissions

Why in news? On 8 June 2026 India and Japan adopted the rules of implementation for their Joint Crediting Mechanism under Article 6.2 of the Paris Agr...

WT-MARUT: Wind Turbine Supply Chain Portal & Renewable Energy

WT-MARUT: Wind Turbine Supply Chain Portal & Renewable Energy

Why in news? On 15 June 2026 the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy launched India’s first wind‑turbine supply‑chain portal, called WT‑MARUT...

Tasgaon Lift Irrigation Scheme: Satara Drought Relief & Features

Tasgaon Lift Irrigation Scheme: Satara Drought Relief & Features

Why in news? The Maharashtra Krishna Valley Development Corporation awarded a ₹126.37 crore contract to a joint venture led by Patel Engineering to ...

GRAPES-3 Telescope: Cosmic Rays, Ooty Facility & Protons Spectrum

GRAPES-3 Telescope: Cosmic Rays, Ooty Facility & Protons Spectrum

Why in news? In June 2026 scientists operating the GRAPES‑3 cosmic ray telescope in Ooty reported a new feature in the energy spectrum of protons at...

Knob-Billed Duck: Pong Dam Lake Sighting, Habitat & Conservation

Knob-Billed Duck: Pong Dam Lake Sighting, Habitat & Conservation

Why in news? Birdwatchers recently reported sightings of the knob‑billed duck in several Indian wetlands, including Pong Dam Lake. These reports dre...

Crohn's Disease: Gut Inflammation, Symptoms & Emerging Therapies

Crohn's Disease: Gut Inflammation, Symptoms & Emerging Therapies

Crohn’s Disease – Understanding and Emerging Therapies Why in news? Recent studies have deepened our understanding of Crohn’s disease and pointe...

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